SB 424 requires private emergency medical transport providers (like ambulance services) to pay an assessment based on their net revenue in Nevada. The revenue funds a new "Account to Improve Emergency Medical Transportation Quality and Access," which must be used exclusively to: (1) enhance Medicaid reimbursement rates for these providers, (2) support data infrastructure and community outreach, and (3) cover administrative costs. The bill also authorizes administrative penalties for non-payment and allows health authorities to take disciplinary action against delinquent providers. This bill directly affects private ambulance companies operating in Nevada and modifies how Medicaid funds support emergency transport services.
SB 496 appropriates $13.7 million for FY2025-26 and $9.8 million for FY2026-27 to migrate the DMV's legacy computer systems to a cloud platform. It also allocates $33.9 million for FY2025-26 and $39.7 million for FY2026-27 to continue modernizing the DMV's information systems. All funds must be spent by September 17, 2027, or reverted to the State Highway Fund, with transfers between fiscal years requiring Governor and Interim Finance Committee approval. The bill directly affects the DMV's IT operations and budget management.
SB 54 requires Nevada's Medicaid program to cover medical respite care for people experiencing homelessness starting July 1, 2027, if federal funding is available. This coverage includes up to 90 days per year of services like case management, behavioral health support, transportation, medication management, and acute medical care. Facilities providing this care must operate 24/7 with staff trained in trauma-informed care and mental health first aid, and the state must seek federal waivers to secure funding. The bill directly affects homeless Nevadans needing short-term medical stabilization and healthcare facilities seeking Medicaid reimbursement.
AB 450 changes Nevada's licensing process for marriage and family therapists and clinical professional counselors moving from other states. It requires the licensing board to automatically issue endorsement licenses to qualified applicants (who hold valid licenses elsewhere), replacing the previous "may" with a mandatory "shall." The bill removes the requirement for applicants to prove they've never been investigated by another state's licensing board - only that they haven't been disciplined. This directly affects out-of-state therapists seeking to practice in Nevada without retaking exams.
SB 257 updates Nevada's autism healthcare regulations to improve access to diagnosis and treatment. It removes specific requirements for autism assessments, replacing them with a flexible standard that allows any healthcare provider within their scope of practice to conduct direct observation and assessment for diagnosis. The bill also changes insurance coverage rules: insurers must cover autism diagnosis and treatment performed by any qualified provider (not limited to physicians or psychologists) and must accept any diagnosis meeting the new statewide standard. This affects individuals with autism spectrum disorders, healthcare providers, and insurers by streamlining access to care.
AB 396 requires Clark County, Washoe County, and cities with populations over 60,000 (Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Reno, and Sparks) to adopt an ordinance by January 1, 2026, allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on residential properties. If these local governments fail to adopt such an ordinance, ADUs can be built on any residentially zoned parcel without local restrictions. The required ordinance must include an expedited approval process and cannot impose conditions like minimum lot sizes or setbacks. The bill also updates common-interest community rules, including requiring insurance proof in resale packages and increasing fines for violations from $1,000 to $5,000.
AB 249 revises Nevada's requirements for fiscal notes accompanying legislative bills and initiative petitions to improve clarity about potential costs. It changes the "Effect on the State" statement from "Yes" to "May have Fiscal Impact" in bill summaries, acknowledging that fiscal effects are not guaranteed. For initiative petitions, the bill updates the posting deadline for fiscal notes: if a challenge to the fiscal description is filed, the note must be posted within 10 business days of the court's decision; otherwise, it must be posted within 10 business days after the challenge deadline expires. These changes apply to the Legislative Counsel, Fiscal Analysis Division, and Secretary of State when preparing and publishing fiscal information.
SB 115 requires teachers in bilingual education programs to hold a specific Department of Education endorsement, replacing previous flexibility for teachers without endorsements. It authorizes school districts and charter schools to provide a $2,500 annual stipend to teachers who either hold the endorsement or are enrolled in a program to obtain it. School districts must now report annually on how many employees received this stipend. The bill directly affects bilingual education teachers, school districts with over 100,000 students (like Clark County), and charter schools. These changes became law after passing the legislature and receiving the Governor's approval on June 5, 2025.
AB 486 increases the fee on new tires from $1 to $2 per tire. Tire sellers must collect this fee, send 95% of it to the state for the Solid Waste Management Account, and split the remaining 5% between the Wildlife Crossings Account and administrative costs. The Wildlife Crossings Account funds projects like wildlife overpasses or underpasses to reduce animal-vehicle collisions and protect migration routes. This affects tire sellers, purchasers, and state transportation projects focused on wildlife safety. The bill directly changes how tire fees support wildlife crossing infrastructure.
AB 551 requires the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (within Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services) to conduct background investigations on all current and prospective employees and contractors. It mandates that these individuals submit proof of U.S. citizenship or work authorization, along with two sets of fingerprints for FBI and law enforcement background checks. Current employees must complete this by January 1, 2026, and contractors must do so when renewing contracts. The bill aligns with existing Nevada law for the Department of Taxation (AB 530) and is funded through the state executive budget.
SB 175 modifies Nevada law to ensure military members and veterans can more easily become licensed educators. It requires school districts to count certification as a Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) instructor - held by active military members or veterans - as valid credit toward teaching licenses or endorsements. The bill expands existing rules that previously only applied to veterans’ Joint Services Transcripts by specifically including JROTC instructor credentials in the list of recognized qualifications. This change directly affects military-affiliated individuals seeking teaching roles in Nevada public schools.
AB 289 authorizes Nevada's Board of Regents to establish a required financial literacy course within the Nevada System of Higher Education, which includes the University of Nevada. This bill directly affects public universities in Nevada by giving the Board of Regents the authority to create such a course of study. The key provision adds language to Nevada law allowing the Board to prescribe financial literacy as part of the curriculum. The bill was signed into law by the Governor on June 5, 2025, and became Chapter 284.
